Educational Tools

PATIENT INFORMATION

Hep C Info: understanding hepatitis C and staying safe [PDF] This booklet explains what hep C is, how to avoid getting it or passing it on, as well as information on your rights to testing and treatment. Developed by LJWG in partnership with Dr Magdalena Harris of London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, with service user input. To order hard copies please email info@ljwg.org.uk

Hep C Care: living with hepatitis C and treatment options [PDF] This booklet contains information about living with hep C, your rights and treatment choices. Developed by LJWG in partnership with Dr Magdalena Harris of London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, with service user input. To order hard copies please email info@ljwg.org.uk

Hepatitis C News: 10 Things you need to know about Hep C [PDF] Fact sheet on hepatitis C from hepatitiscnews.com

Hep C: What you need to know [PDF] Fact sheet on hepatitis C developed by King’s College Hospital

www.helpeverypersonc.co.uk
Information for people with hepatitis C, including an interactive map of services and support groups

www.myrecoverymychoice.co.uk
A set of internationally-available materials about opioid dependence and the options available in the UK for tackling it.

 

WORKFORCE INFORMATION

Influence at Work BDO. Using social influence to reduce DNA rates in the healthcare settings: A practical guide. 2011 [PDF] Guidance on effective techniques to help patients remember and attend their appointments.

Hawley C. Understanding viral hepatitis: as easy as A, B, C. Prevention in Practice. 2012 [PDF] Basic information on viral hepatitis for GPs.

British Association for the Study of the Liver (BASL) Nurse Toolkit
Training resource developed for new liver nurses, and suitable for key workers and other health professionals. BASL Nurse Forum members can access the toolkit here. Email support at clinicalcommunities [dot] net for free membership of the Clinical Community

HCV Action training
Links to online training resources for health professionals

NHS Liver Care Learning Sessions
Information on courses for health professionals

Hepatitis C Trust training
The Hepatitis C Trust now offers professional training, aimed at anyone working in an environment where blood borne viruses may be an issue

RCGP
The RCGP certificate on Hepatitis B & C: Detection, Diagnosis & Management